3 Steps to Choosing a Dental Assistant Training Program

Thinking about making a career change or pursuing training for a specific job can seem overwhelming. There are many questions to be answered and options to be researched.

But once you’ve narrowed down your plan, there are really a few simple steps to take from there in order to move forward. Take for example, the process of choosing a dental assistant training program. If you’ve already decided that you’re interested in becoming a dental assistant, then consider working through these steps below to continue on the path to making your new career choice a reality.

Once you make a career decision and put in the investment for training and any certifications you’ll need, you’ll want to first take some time to confirm that this is really a job that you can see yourself doing and enjoying for years to come. As a dental assistant, your daily tasks would consist of handling patients’ records, sterilizing and organizing equipment, and being present during procedures to assist the dentist by managing the necessary instruments. You would also have an interactive role with patients themselves by offering dental health education and also by helping to make patients feel at ease during their visits. If you feel that you can be friendly, prepared and organized, then you will probably be able to complete these tasks well and may excel at this career.

#2) Consider the Statistics

The field of dentistry itself is always changing and evolving. It is improving in techniques and equipment, making it an exciting field to work in. This also means that dentists need assistance in properly cleaning, maintaining and keeping equipment up to date. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for dental assistants is expected to grow 36 percent from 2008 to 2018.

#3) Find a Place to Learn

If after going through steps #1 and #2, you still feel that a career as a dental assistant is the right one for you, then it’s time to find a technical school or a career-preparation program that can offer you the kind of training you’ll need to enter this field as a ready-to-hire candidate. The Harris School of Business’s dental assistant training program is designed to provide students with the background they’ll need to understand dental anatomy and terminology as well as to work with dental materials and instruments.

If you’re looking for an accredited school where you can enroll in a dental assistant training program, we invite you to call Harris to find out more about the classes offered at our locations in Voorhees, NJ; Upper Darby, PA; or Wilmington, DE. Call us today at 1.800.510.7920!